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Termas De La Vaca

Lonquimay, Araucanía, Chile
Termas De La Vaca

Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.

Location
Lonquimay, Araucanía, Chile
Water type
sulfurous
Temperature
42 °C
pH
6.5

Water profile

Thermicity
Sedative
42 °C
LowHigh

Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.

Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh

Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.

Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh

Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.

SoufreSulfuresSulfates

Termas De La Vaca is a Chilean thermal retreat set in the volcanic landscape of the Andes, where geothermal waters rise from deep underground sources heated by the volcanic activity that positions Chile among the world's most thermally dynamic countries, with more than 270 volcanoes along its Pacific margin generating hot springs in nearly every region of the country. The spring's name — 'La Vaca' (the cow) — reflects the Chilean tradition of naming natural features after landmarks, animals, or folk stories encountered in the landscape, connecting this thermal facility to the rural geography and oral culture of the region where it sits. Visitors soak in mineral-rich Andean waters amid the remote and spectacular scenery of the Chilean cordillera, experiencing the raw restorative power of geothermal bathing in one of the world's most volcanically active and scenically dramatic mountain landscapes.

Insider tip — Lonquimay in Chile's Araucanía region sits beside its namesake volcano at the edge of the Biosphere Reserve, surrounded by ancient araucaria monkey-puzzle forests in traditional Pewenche Mapuche territory. Termas De La Vaca springs emerge from the volcanic Andes in one of Chile's remotest thermal settings — sulfurous water heated by subvolcanic activity in a landscape of raw Andean wilderness.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 42 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sulfurous water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.